Direct Support Professional-Driver

Essential Functions

• Implement active programming and respectful interactions with participants, at all times.
• Maintain visual supervision of participants during on-site and off-site activities, ensuring safety and dignity are maintained.
• Provide support, assistance, and training to participants in all program areas per their established program plan and in conjunction with the scheduled activities.
• Transport participants (approx. 6-8) to and from day program daily utilizing an OPARC vehicle.
• Transport up to 8 participants and 1 support staff daily from the program into the community in an OPARC vehicle.
• Follow all drivers training guidelines, speed limits, participant safety, and vehicle maintenance on a daily basis.

Participant Health Monitoring

• Perform routine wellness checks such as intake/output tracking, hydration monitoring, and documentation.
• Absorb and report unusual lapses in behavior and health to management staff immediately.
• Adhere to any protocol for behavioral interventions and/or any Restricted Health Care plans.

Support and Assistance

• Provide care support while preserving participant dignity and independence with feeding, incontinence care, toileting, hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
• Ensure the safety of all participants.
• Coordinate activities related to Individual Service Plans (ISP) on a regular basis, reporting any changes to the Assistant Program Manager or designated person.
• Work closely with Case Managers and Supervisors to assure the accurate facilitation of participant goals.
• Communicate regularly with program staff and management regarding participant needs and observations.
• Provide needed support and guidance to other direct support staff when assistance is requested and/or observed.
• Provide subbing support in other licensed OPARC programs, when applicable.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain confidentiality of all medical and personal information per HIPAA and agency policies.
• Report participant or staff related incidents to the Program Manager or designated coverage person.
• Complete all required daily documentation including but not limited to postural supports, medical conditions, medication administration logs, daily progress notes, communication books, incident reports, data collection, participant attendance, and other relevant information per program and regulatory guidelines.

Team Collaboration

• Communicate regularly with program staff and management regarding participant needs and observations.
• Work closely with Case Managers and Supervisors to assure the accurate facilitation of participant goals.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings related to behavior intervention, health, safety, and participant care.

Environmental Safety & Infection Control

• Follow all health and safety protocols, including, but not limited to infection control procedures, proper PPE usage, and cleaning/sanitizing routines.
• Monitor the program environment for safety hazards and report any concerns immediately.